Bill > S00461

This bill amends the Agriculture and Markets Law to prohibit the ear clipping and tail docking of dogs and cats unless deemed medically necessary by a licensed veterinarian to protect the life or health of the animal. The bill establishes a misdemeanor penalty, with a fine of up to $1,000 for ear clipping and up to $500 for tail docking, except for dogs or cats whose tails were previously docked before the effective date of the law.